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Lexus LF-A roadster could see production
It was rumored that Lexus was going roll into the 2008 Detroit Auto Show with the production version of the much-anticipated LF-A supercar. However, it decided to surprise everyone with a roadster version of the LF-A Concept. Is Lexus just trying to keep our attention elsewhere, or is the premium Japanese auto maker really onto something? Maybe a M6 convertible competitor?

The production Lexus LF-A is set to arrive in 2010 priced at over $200,000. We remember speaking to the PR at the 2008 Detroit Auto Show and they said that if the roadster was received favorably in Detroit and other auto shows throughout this season, Toyota may consider it putting it into production... Read Article
Lexus LF-A roadster could see production



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JRobUSCJRobUSC - 2/12/2008 10:46:37 AM
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$200k would not be an M6 competitor, that's twice what an M6 costs. That'd better be a hell of a car if Lexus wants people to seriously be asking themselves "should I get the Aston, the Ferrari, the Lamborghini, or the Lexus?"

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hatepussshatepusss - 2/12/2008 11:50:50 AM
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I thought it was going to cost $120K+? Where did they get the $200K from?

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JRobUSCJRobUSC - 2/12/2008 12:06:07 PM
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well, technically $200k is $120k+. It's just a big +.


enthusiastx11enthusiastx11 - 2/12/2008 12:35:03 PM
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"could see production"

just like the regular LF-A!

coulda, shoulda, woulda. lexus.

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enthusiastx11enthusiastx11 - 2/12/2008 12:35:41 PM
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ridiculous price.

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sholemonsholemon - 2/12/2008 12:44:10 PMView My AgentSpace
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200k cant be right. That is insane.

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JUGNUJUGNU - 2/12/2008 1:07:05 PMView My AgentSpace
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It's going to be worth every penny. USD 200K, if it is really going to be anywhere close don't expect anything less than PERFECTION.

JUGNU

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HyundaiHyundai - 2/12/2008 11:09:05 PM
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JUGNU, your posts are always PERFECT.



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david999david999 - 2/12/2008 1:33:52 PM
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It's going to be priced more in the $150,000 range.

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w209w114w209w114 - 2/12/2008 2:01:32 PMView My AgentSpace
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Still waiting on the Lexus LF-A Period. No launch date in sight, or final design decided. Hmmm Could this be a publicity stunt made to boost Lexus' image without providing a concrete vehicle??? ie. Lexus IS DTM

Althought I dont think so, coming from Lexus you never know anymore

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HyundaiHyundai - 2/12/2008 11:13:10 PM
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Nobody ever said you had money..

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RupertRupert - 2/13/2008 4:54:46 AMView My AgentSpace
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Hyundai, I've just realised who you are!
You're mikeg! You gave me my catchphrase of "Utter Rubbish!" in 2006....

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MonkMonk - 2/12/2008 4:14:01 PMView My AgentSpace
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honestly, I agree with the others that there are other cars to be had for the same price, even for this so-called "perfection"
the nose of this car is ugly compared to an aston, Ferrari, or even an MB so (at least the pre-refresh one...

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MonkMonk - 2/12/2008 4:15:06 PMView My AgentSpace
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sl, sorry


jgf330xijgf330xi - 2/12/2008 4:18:17 PM
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$200K NO way will it be a volume car... People in that price range are buying more then looks... The "brand image" is paramount, and Lexus is still seen as Toyota..albeit the best Toyota can do

And in the home market.. GTR, and NSX will be half the price and equal the performance...

Smart for Honda to be delaying the NSX... tweaking it.. They do not need another RL (aka "Replaced Legend") total styling and market position "DUD"

Lexus.. take a lesson from Audi and the R8.... Stunning car at a "reachable" price = HOME RUN

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LemantechLemantech - 2/12/2008 7:52:26 PM
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really? I was under the impression that the R8 was actually quite a fine piece of machinery. But of course, you seem to know a lot more about cars than most people, so I'll take your word for it.


Htay7500Htay7500 - 2/12/2008 8:20:39 PM
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well lexus doesn't have quattro, which are some of the best AWD systems in the market.


AE86AE86 - 2/14/2008 8:59:12 PM
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Well, I guess I need to change my opinions of the LF-A and R8 since Josh's Dad disagrees with me. I forgot the address of Josh's Dad's blog, could you post that again please??


MartyMooseMartyMoose - 2/12/2008 5:11:50 PM
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I just got back from Lexus IS-F training at Las Vegas Speedway and they confirmed that the LF-A is coming, pricing expected close or a little over 200k. They want it out before 2010.
Might sound steep in price but after driving what $62k buys you in the IS-F. (3 days on a road course) All I can say is the IS-F is well worth it. It by far exceeded my expectations based on Lexus past. It is that F-in good!!

I am humoured by all the comments bashing the IS-F by people on this website that have never driven it !!! Drive it or ride in it and you will be very impressed!! If you still hate it after that then hey thats what America is great for , freedom of your own opinion.

For a $200k sports car , the LF-A will be another car that exceeds everyones expectations once they drive it. If anyone actually gets a chance to due to limited availability. It will be a very limited production "Halo" super car.



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BMW328iBMW328i - 2/13/2008 6:17:18 AM
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I think some of the lexus haters have to admit that the IS-F has delivered when it comes to sports saloons. It has got good reviews by magazines like Evo etc. I don't know why people are biased against Lexus. Don't we all want great cars regardless of the badge? Given the research that is going into the LF-A and the Japanese resurgence in sports cars, I am confident LF-A will also provide the sporting performance whilst providing luxury thereby pitching it against Aston Martin.


iamdabest1iamdabest1 - 2/12/2008 6:54:12 PM
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i would take the Nissan GTR for 80k if i was going for Japanese performance.
the lexus will be an amazing ride im sure being that the is-f has gotten so much praise so far but for 200k i dont think so.

in that range i think most NORMAL people would get the gallardo, f430, sl65, bentley GTC, db9, 911 turbo and so on..... this car will most likely have the same sales fate as the nsx.

oh yea, i dont think this car looks better than the audi r8 either.....

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RupertRupert - 2/12/2008 7:28:32 PMView My AgentSpace
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200k...well I'm guessing in £ (not directly converted but seeing from the cars you list) is about 150k pounds...
That is way too expensive. Aston DB9s don't even cost that much, neither do F430s or Continental GTs!

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theoptimisticpessimisttheoptimisticpessimist - 2/12/2008 7:41:47 PM
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$200K ya it'll sell, if they stop building them at ten. Good Lord, what are they thinking, I not one to place much value in heritage but at 200K every car there has it. I think they will sell a few as novelties but at that price point look for $50,000.00 rebates.

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S4cabriofoxoneS4cabriofoxone - 2/12/2008 9:32:50 PMView My AgentSpace
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I would DEFINITELY take an F430 over it at this price. This won't happen. It just wouldn't be conceivable.

Whatever it costs, I'm sure it will be nice, but the R8 will always be #1 in my book...

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audispyaudispy - 2/12/2008 11:09:07 PM
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Isn't this thing permanently roofless?

And I heard the price would be around $180,000; which I think is very high, but $200,000+? Are you serious. This is going into the wrong territory. That's gonna put a huge gap in the price of their cars.

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JUGNUJUGNU - 2/13/2008 1:36:34 PMView My AgentSpace
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"but the R8 will always be #1 in my book"

#1 in what? Please elaborate.

If LF-A is going to be 200K, that's nearly double the price of R8.

therfore i think LF-A will be atleast twice as good as R8.

JUGNU



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theoptimisticpessimisttheoptimisticpessimist - 2/13/2008 1:41:32 PM
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Yes just because the charge twice as much it going to be twice as good. Good luck with that logic in bankruptcy court.


RupertRupert - 2/13/2008 5:51:11 PMView My AgentSpace
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So the S class is miles better than the LS because it costs more?
Way to dig a hole for yourself there Jugnu.


S4cabriofoxoneS4cabriofoxone - 2/13/2008 5:53:04 PMView My AgentSpace
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Ha, ha!

LOL.

That's my PERSONAL choice. I don't care if YOU don't like it, I love the R8. I don't care how fast or how luxurious the LF-A will be--it just won't do the same things for me as an R8. The R8 is hugely capable, beautiful, striking, artful, comfortable, spacious, lithe, agile, practical, luxurious, stunning, and last but not least, fast. All for half the price of a Lexus LF-A, as you said. So what's not to like?


AE86AE86 - 2/14/2008 8:53:20 PM
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A couple years ago, Toyota execs claimed they were going to announce the production of the LF-A after their first F1 win. Don't hold your breath!

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